The June Buchanan School had the opportunity to have as a guest Mr. Brady Slone, a Vietnam veteran, who spoke to instructor Larry Hayes’s history class this past week. Brady Slone was a former principal and art instructor in Knott County. Students in grades 8-12 had the privilege of hearing...

The June Buchanan Crusaders are pleased to welcome a new athletic director, JR Hammond, and a new volleyball coach, Tara Reynolds. JBS is delighted about the many opportunities the school is able to offer its students in both academics and extracurricular activities.

On Friday, April 27th, The June Buchanan School’s 8th grade class visited the State Capitol. On the trip students toured the Capitol, viewing not only the intricate architecture of the facilities but learning more about how our state government works. Students were able to visit the Supreme Court, The House...

Ian Tyler Hall, a sophomore at The June Buchanan School, took on the challenge this semester of registering for English 415, having completed only English 101. English 415 is a senior level English course at Alice Lloyd College. Ian enjoys literature and writing, so he wanted to further his studies...

On April 12th The June Buchanan School’s elementary Grades K-5 visited the Cincinnati Zoo for their yearly class field trip. Students enjoyed a day spent with faculty, parents, and creatures of all kinds! According to the Zoo’s website, over 1.2 million people visit the Zoo annually. JBS students were excited...

Students in Mrs. Henderson’s Art classes have been working diligently on their art and penmanship works. Congratulations to the following JBS students for the awards they received in the 2012 Gingerbread Penmanship Contest. There were 109 entries from four county elementary schools. Only 27 awards were given.

The June Buchanan School’s music director, Wendy Saylor, and accompanist Beth Ann Bowers worked with JBS students in preparation for the KMEA (Kentucky Music Educators Association) Vocal Solo and Ensemble Music Festival. JBS seniors Tessa Amburgey and Sadie Haigler, sophomores Elizabeth Bentley and Madison Martin, and freshman Charity Cook competed...

JBS sophomore Channing Everidge has been selected as a 2012 Rogers Scholar! The Rogers Scholars Program is sponsored by The Center for Rural Development in Somerset. The program is designed to help the Center move toward its vision: “No young person should have to leave their home region to find...

On April 3rd, the JBS/ALC Preschool held a fundraiser for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. There were many participants, specifically the children! The kids did a fantastic job; and, when asked about what they were doing, they would respond, “I’m going to ride for the sick kids.” A total of...

The June Buchanan School’s 4-12th grades traveled to the Regional Cedar Coal Fair held at the University of Pikeville’s former gym to recognize the success of their peers. JBS Regional Winners included: